Book excerpt: With a task-based learning approach, the main objective is for students to use the language that they know in order to achieve a particular communication goal. Generally focussed on speaking, tasks are opportunities for in-class communication which encourages fluency and confidence. New Cutting Edge features: * A comprehensive syllabus with thorough grammar, vocabulary and skills work * Systematic vocabulary building which focuses on high-frequency, useful words and phrases * Clearly-structured tasks to encourage student fluency and confidence Challengeyour students with the 'Study, Practice, Remember' sections. Motivateyour students with the self-study CD-ROMs which have additional grammar and vocabulary practice, plus 'Real life' video sequences. Engageyour students with New Cutting Edge Digital -- software for interactive whiteboards. Mini-dictionary included inside every Student's Book New Cutting Edge Intermediate takes students from B2 to C1 level of the CEF.